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Student Forum / Nights Out
Latest Post: Brian 2008-09-01 02:41:23
Well done!

Hey all, well done to those of you who came out to Martini Bar on Sunday! It's so encouraging to see so many of you turn up and practice your skillz! Well, the week of dancing's only just begun; come along with us after Strictly Salsa's Bachata class to Establishment on Tuesday! See the Social Tuesday post for more details.......
 
Dance Shoes and Clothing

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Private Classes
If you want to improve your dancing faster or don't have time to attend weekly group classes. Why not book one of our instructors (see below). All our instructors can be book for private classes. This can be for 1 student or a private group - 10 to 20 students.

If you would like to know more click here.

Gary Wilson (Principal Instructor) Melissa Penn (Principal Instructor) J (Lead Instructor)
Matt Gown (Lead Instructor) Rami Banna (Lead Instructor) Kelli Doig (Lead Instructor)

Strictly Salsa teachers 2008
 
Do you have a Venue?
Do you have a venue that you would like Strictly Salsa to teach at. We can arrange for the teachers, music and the advertising to get the students to come down to your venue.

We are very interested to work with new venues such as bars that have a great floor to dance on and want to attract new patrons.

Please click here and leave us a message if you want more details.

Bachata DVD (Downunder)

Strictly Salsa as joined forces with Salsa Vibes to create a 2 1/2 hour instructional DVD for Bachata.

Bachata is all the craze in Sydney and this DVD can get you swaying to the rhythms of this wonderful dance.

 

 

 

New courses for 2008 - Surry Hills


What can Strictly Salsa offer you?

Strictly Salsa is one of the leading dance schools in the Sydney Salsa scene with a team of professional salsa instructors and performers headed by Melissa Penn and Gary Wilson.

The aim of the school is to provide fun classes in Salsa to everyone who wants to learn this passionate dance.

Strictly Salsa have classes in Surry Hills, Stanmore and Coogee. They also have a range of fantastic Salsa DVDs to help students learn this sensual and exciting dance! They offer something for everyone! Strictly Salsa has a growing team of highly trained instructors, who not only take you through weekly classes but are available for private lessons, workshops, shows and demonstrations!

Strictly Salsa can provide your complete entertainment package for corporate events, birthday parites, weddings or any party you are having! We can provide fantastic shows, interative lessons, DJs, Bands... everything you need for a fantastic party! Click on the links above to learn about classes, workshops and performances, as well as heaps of other useful information for any aspiring Salsa dancer.

Bachata Course - 26th August 08


New Cuban Style Salsa DVD - Release Date 22nd June 08

The latest DVD to be released by Strictly Salsa in 2008 (#9 in our instructional series). Our new DVD
"Cuban Style Salsa (Volume 2)" is ideal for intermediate dancers and advanced dancers.

Gary and Ruth break down all the fundamental moves in an easy to follow way in order for you master this amazing style of Salsa.

Click here for more details

New Courses

All our courses last for 8 weeks and start at different times at different locations around Sydney. You do not need a partner to enroll and we always try to ensure we have an even number of guys and girls.

Location Courses
Start Date
Surry Hills Cuban Salsa - Levels 1, 2, 3 Thu 11th September 08
Stanmore LA Salsa - Level 1 Wed 3rd September 08
Surry Hills LA Salsa - Levels 1, 2, 3 Mon 22nd September 08
Surry Hills Bachata Course - Level 1 Tue 26th August 08

For a list of our forthcoming classes please click here.

Check out our pick of the best Salsa Clips from YouTube


Just clik on the image above to see the videos

Learn Salsa at home with our superb range of DVDs


Our comprehensive range of DVDs can be used to learn at home on your own or with your partner. The DVDs can also be used to practise your moves between classes to help you get better faster.


Click here for a full listing

Salsa is a great way to meet new friends

You don't need a friend to join any of our courses. All our classes are fun and have a very friendly atmosphere. Our teachers focus on getting everyone to enjoy themselves whilst learning this fantastic dance.

For a full listing of our classes click here

Styles of Salsa and Levels we teach

There are 3 major styles of salsa danced in Sydney

  • Los Angeles Style (LA) (Also called On1)
  • Cuban Style
  • New York Style (Also called On2)
Cuban salsa is where Salsa all began. The dancers in LA adopted and changed the dance to be more linear. Strictly Salsa teaches both Cuban and LA style as these are the most popular in Sydney.

We teach level 1 for beginners then level 2 followed by level 3. There are three (very) different courses for Level 2, A, B and C. The A, B and C courses are all at the same difficulty level, just different moves. All students are encouraged to complete all courses. We also have 3 level 3s and once again students.

When you have completed our courses you may wish to join our performance team or train with us to become a teacher yourself.

Recommended Nightclubs in Sydney
Learning Salsa but don't know where to go to dance. Try these hotspots to get your latin blood racing.

Tuesday Night
Establishment Hotel, 252 George street, Sydney CBD
DJ WillieSabor plays a mix of Salsa, Bachata and Merengue with a touch of Samba and Reggaeton.
FREE - No cover charge

Wednesday Night
At Coolabar with DJ Dean from 9pm till midnight.
247 Pitt Street (next door to monorail)
$7 Entry!

Thursday Night
Salsa On The Rocks with DJ D.C.Escobar @ Cruise Bar
Location: Playing every Thursday night at the Cruise bar, Overseas Passenger Terminal, West Circular Quay.
Cost: FREE!

Friday Night
Watershed Hotel, Darling Harbour
Beginner Salsa Classes at 9:30pm
Nightclub and entertainments starts 10pm till late
Cost:$15


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